Spinach Penne Salad

This beauty shines all on its own or you can double the vinaigrette and use half to marinate and grill chicken breasts. Then slice and add to the salad!

Prep/ Total time: 30 min.   Makes: 10 servings

• 1 pkg. (16 oz.) uncooked whole wheat penne pasta

VINAIGRETTE

• 1/2 c. olive oil
• 1/2 c. white wine vinegar
• 1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 Tbs. Dijon mustard
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper

SALAD

• 1 pkg. (6 oz.) fresh baby spinach
• 3 med. tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 3/4 c. (6 oz.) crumbled feta cheese
• 4 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/2 c. sliced ripe or Greek olives

1. In a Dutch oven, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water; drain again.
2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, spinach, tomatoes, feta cheese, onions and olives. Add vinaigrette; toss to coat. Serve immediately

NUTRITION FACTS: 1 1/2 c. equals 327 CAL; 15 g. FAT (3 g. SAT); 7 mg. CHOL; 233 mg SODIUM; 38 g. CARB; 7 g. FIBER; 11 g. PRO.